Lewis Hamilton is not exactly in the mood for Christmas this year, as he expressed his discontent with his recent performance on the track. Despite being a seven-time world champion and having spent 19 years racing in Formula 1, Hamilton struggled to qualify last for the Las Vegas Grand Prix, marking the first time he had ever achieved such a feat.
Hamilton's struggles continued throughout the weekend, but he managed to work his way up the field to secure some points positions. However, he was unable to overtake the Sauber of Nico Hulkenberg on the medium tyre in the closing stages of the race and finished 10th overall.
"It's a terrible result," Hamilton said after the race. "There is nothing positive to take from today." He went on to say that he was looking forward to the season ending and not looking forward to his next one. This sentiment seemed evident as he expressed frustration with his performance, stating that there was "nothing positive" to be taken from the weekend.
Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur noted that Hamilton's comments were made in the heat of the moment, suggesting that they should be taken with a grain of salt. The Ferrari driver acknowledged that the season had been tough for Hamilton, but emphasized the importance of staying focused on the next two races and avoiding making rash decisions.
Hamilton is currently sixth in the drivers' championship, 73 points behind his teammate Charles Leclerc who sits fifth. If he fails to finish among the top three in the final two races of the year, it would mark a first season without a podium finish for Hamilton in F1, which has been a long-standing part of his career.
Hamilton's struggles with Ferrari have been well-documented this year, and it seems that he is having trouble adjusting to life at the iconic team. Despite winning the sprint race in China earlier in the year, Hamilton has struggled to find consistency behind the wheel, leading to concerns about his ability to win races for Ferrari in the future.
For now, Hamilton's comments serve as a reminder of just how tough it's been for him this season, and that he will be looking to bounce back with renewed focus and determination in the final two races.
Hamilton's struggles continued throughout the weekend, but he managed to work his way up the field to secure some points positions. However, he was unable to overtake the Sauber of Nico Hulkenberg on the medium tyre in the closing stages of the race and finished 10th overall.
"It's a terrible result," Hamilton said after the race. "There is nothing positive to take from today." He went on to say that he was looking forward to the season ending and not looking forward to his next one. This sentiment seemed evident as he expressed frustration with his performance, stating that there was "nothing positive" to be taken from the weekend.
Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur noted that Hamilton's comments were made in the heat of the moment, suggesting that they should be taken with a grain of salt. The Ferrari driver acknowledged that the season had been tough for Hamilton, but emphasized the importance of staying focused on the next two races and avoiding making rash decisions.
Hamilton is currently sixth in the drivers' championship, 73 points behind his teammate Charles Leclerc who sits fifth. If he fails to finish among the top three in the final two races of the year, it would mark a first season without a podium finish for Hamilton in F1, which has been a long-standing part of his career.
Hamilton's struggles with Ferrari have been well-documented this year, and it seems that he is having trouble adjusting to life at the iconic team. Despite winning the sprint race in China earlier in the year, Hamilton has struggled to find consistency behind the wheel, leading to concerns about his ability to win races for Ferrari in the future.
For now, Hamilton's comments serve as a reminder of just how tough it's been for him this season, and that he will be looking to bounce back with renewed focus and determination in the final two races.
yep, lewis hamilton is clearly struggling to adapt to ferrari's high expectations. 19 yrs of racing experience can't guarantee success, especially when you're under pressure to deliver 
. maybe he needs a break from the sport or a fresh start with a new team? i mean, it's not like he's getting any younger 
. the fact that he's looking forward to the season ending is pretty telling...
he's been on fire 2 4 ages & now it's like his whole world is crashing down 
. poor guy, he's tryin2 put up a good fight but it's just not bengin 4 him rn 
. u gotta feel bad 4 the guy who's won so many champs & has been racing @ the top level 4 so long...he's had some tough times 
i mean, 7x world champion is still a huge deal but i guess even the best can have off days. i think it's kinda normal for him to express frustration especially after a race like this where he didn't perform as well as he wanted to. yeah, his comments might've been a bit harsh but at least he's being honest about how he feels 
. i'm curious to see what the next two races bring for him - will he be able to bounce back and get some podiums? 
. I mean, he's been a legend of the sport 4 years but now it's like he's starting 2nd gear 
. I'm worried abt his season bcs that top spot is slipping away from him 
. What do u think happens next?
I mean, 10th place isn't great, but he still managed to score some points, which is more than most drivers can say. Let's not forget, Hamilton's been racing at the top level for like 20 years now - he knows what works and what doesn't. It's time for Ferrari to step up their game, not Hamilton to adjust to their 'new' setup 
. I mean, 7-time world champ, 19 years of experience, and he still can't qualify first place for the Las Vegas Grand Prix? 
. He's been doing great in some races, but it seems like he's not finding his rhythm consistently 
. I hope he can bounce back in the last two races and prove himself again 
. He's still 6th in the championship and has a good chance of making up points 
. Let's just say I'm rooting for him to turn things around 
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. And 10th place is just... meh 
it's one race, not the whole season 
and trust his team 
they've got his back 
gotta bounce back strong 
for the final two races 
But honestly, he's been having a tough time adjusting to life with Ferrari... I think we've all seen how consistent they are with their cars, but Hamilton's just not getting that same magic out of his 
maybe he just needs a lil' break 2 recharge his batteries? 
gotta believe in him, he's still the 7-time world champ for a reason! 
I mean, sure, he had some struggles qualifying, but he still managed to finish with some decent points. And what's this talk about wanting the season to end already? 
. but honestly, ferrari needs him to step up their game if they wanna make it in the championship 
. i'm rooting for him to turn his season around and make it a strong finish 